2011 Volkswagen T5 vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen T5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen T5 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen T5 | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daewoo |
| Model | T5 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
